2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 282 kg more than 2002 Alpina B 10.
Because 2002 Alpina B 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex. 2010 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2995 mm |
